SAILING LESSONS
928.501.SAIL (7245)
We occasionally have classes with open spaces available. These will be listed below. If this doesn't work for you, call the shop to find another day and class level that fits your schedule. We offer classes 7 days a week.
Select 1 day for boat training; 1 day online / 1 day on water
350 US dollars
2-Day Course
450 US dollars2-Day Course
450 US dollars
American Sailing Association (ASA) Lessons
The Sailboat Shop is an American Sailing Association (ASA) school.
A special note about class size: Class sizes for the ASA 101 and ASA 103 class, when taught at Lake Pleasant, are limited to a minimum of two and a maximum of four students. Larger classes can be arranged by contacting the Sailboat Shop directly for additional information. ​Private lessons for individuals and small parties with schedule requirements can be accommodated at additional cost. We strive to meet your needs, so call us to schedule your learning adventure!
Lake Pleasant (AZ) Classes:
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ASA101 - Keelboat Sailing 1
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ASA102 - Keelboat Sailing 2
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ASA111 - Sailing Review Basic Keelboat
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ASA103 - Basic Coastal Cruising
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ASA105 - Basic Coastal Navigation
California Classes:
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ASA103 - Basic Coastal Cruising
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ASA104 - Bareboat Chartering
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ASA106 - Advanced Cruising and Seamanship
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ASA114 - Catamaran Cruising
Sailing Intro - 3 hrs
$225
ASA103 - Coastal Cruising
AZ - $450/person, 2 days
ASA105 - Coastal Cruising
(Self-study) $350
ASA101 - Keelboat Sailing 1
AZ - $450/person, 2 days
ASA104 - Bareboat Cruising
CA
ASA106 - Adv. Coastal Cruising
CA/FL/MD
ASA102 - Keelboat Sailing 21
AZ - COMING Spring 2024!
ASA114 - Cruising Catamaran
CA
Certification Vacation
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WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR LESSON:
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Purchase your Official ASA course book online and study prior to arriving. Bring book, notebook and pencil.
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Instructor will provide you with start time. It will be a full day, so you may pack a lunch or eat at the restaurant in the marina.
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Bring water (please no metal/glass), sunblock, a hat, and light jacket per weather.
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Shoes: non-marking outsoles, such as sneakers.
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Bring sailing or other durable gloves for handling lines.
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THE DAY OF YOUR LESSON:
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Instructor will contact you with where/when to meet prior to the lesson. Please be on time.
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It will start with classroom training, then move into hands-on boat training.
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At the end of the lesson on the last day, you will be tested on the sailing portion, and then take the written exam.
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UPON COMPLETION OF COURSE:
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If you pass the course, the instructor will contact ASA with verification. You will be provided with an ASA ID and a Sailing log. ASA will then send you your official certification.
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If you did not pass, you will have up to one year from date of course completion to retake test, free of charge.
All sales are final. Lessons may be rescheduled up to 48 hours prior to appointment.
If weather conditions are unsafe, Sailboat Shop will contact you to reschedule free of charge.
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There is no designated age minimum, but we recommend ages 16 and up, due to the physical requirements.